Grammar Review

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause with no dependent clauses. Example: 'The cat sleeps.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so). Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence has at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk, and we enjoyed it.'

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What punctuation is used to introduce a list?

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A colon (:) is used to introduce a list. Example: 'You need the following items: a pen, paper, and a ruler.'

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What punctuation is needed to separate independent clauses?

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A semicolon (;) can be used to separate independent clauses that are closely related. Example: 'I like tea; my sister prefers coffee.'

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What punctuation is used before a conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A comma (,) is used before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence. Example: 'I wanted to go, but I was too tired.'

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What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?

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A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, to separate items in a list, or to set off non-essential information. Example: 'My brother, who lives in New York, is visiting.'

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What is the function of a period in a sentence?

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A period (.) is used to indicate the end of a declarative sentence. Example: 'The dog barked.'

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What is the role of a question mark?

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A question mark (?) is used at the end of a direct question. Example: 'What time is it?'